Cybersecurity Systems Engineer
Arcfield
Chantilly, VA · Posted August 21, 2026
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Responsibilities
Program Description:
The program provides Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) core and non-core support in the areas of Cyber Security and Management to improve the Information Assurance (IA) posture of a National customer. The contracts Core Capabilities are: IA Management, Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) coordination and reporting, Risk Management Framework (RMF) application, IA compliance measurements and metrics, Assessment and Authorization (A&A), Vulnerability Management, and Cyber Defense support.
Position Description:
The Cybersecurity Systems Engineer provides support to the customer in the area of Cyber Security. Daily. Tasks include, but are not limited to:
Work collaboratively with Risk Management stakeholders in the advancement and implementation of process improvements and modernization efforts to automate and/or improve Risk Management decision timelines.
Provide senior-level support to the senior government leadership in collaboration with other SETAs and stakeholders.
Assist in the development of project reviews and portfolio roadmaps; inform government leads on status and progress of all projects.
Produce high-quality papers, presentations, recommendations, and findings for senior US government intelligence and operations officials appropriate to the level of the intended audience
Assist in the development of technical requirements.
Analyze policies and procedures against Federal laws and regulations and provide recommendations for closing gaps.
Develop strategies to comply with privacy and risk management requirements.
Cybersecurity Systems Engineer, I10, SSCYEI10
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Must possess and be able to maintain a TS/SCI with Poly
BS with 10-12 years of experience, MS with 8-10 years of experience, Ph.D. with 5-7 years of experience
Able to support customer’s core hours (0900-1500; Mon – Fri)
A Cyber Certification (DoD 8570/8140)
Work collaboratively with Risk Management stakeholders in the advancement and implementation of process improvements and modernization efforts to automate and/or improve Risk Management decision timelines
Provide senior-level support to the senior government leadership in collaboration with other SETAs and stakeholders
Assist in the development of project reviews and portfolio roadmaps; inform government leads on status and progress of all projects
Produce high-quality papers, presentations, recommendations, and findings for senior US government intelligence and operations officials appropriate to the level of the intended audience
Assist in the development of technical requirements
Analyze policies and procedures against Federal laws and regulations and provides recommendations for closing gaps
Develop strategies to comply with privacy and risk management requirements
Desired Qualifications:
Systems Engineering (configuration management, requirements management/writing, architecture, interfaces)
Ability to organize and prioritize numerous customer requests in a fast pace deadline driven environment
Knowledgeability of customer’s tools and infrastructure
Familiarity with customer’s IA processes
Bachelors of Science Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)
Self-starter requiring limited direction and supervision
Experience briefing senior customer personnel
Ability to organize and prioritize numerous customer requests in a fast-paced deadline driven environment
Familiarity with Enterprise Cross Domain Solutions (ECDS)
Experience supporting IC or DoD in the Cyber Security Domain
Equal Pay Act
This is the projected compensation range for this position. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, Arcfield invests in its employees beyond just compensation. Arcfield ’s benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Short Term and Long-Term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections.
Min: $133,901.35 Max: $232,828.46 EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and federal government contractor. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment as protected by law.
Program Description:
The program provides Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) core and non-core support in the areas of Cyber Security and Management to improve the Information Assurance (IA) posture of a National customer. The contracts Core Capabilities are: IA Management, Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) coordination and reporting, Risk Management Framework (RMF) application, IA compliance measurements and metrics, Assessment and Authorization (A&A), Vulnerability Management, and Cyber Defense support.
Position Description:
The Cybersecurity Systems Engineer provides support to the customer in the area of Cyber Security. Daily. Tasks include, but are not limited to:
Work collaboratively with Risk Management stakeholders in the advancement and implementation of process improvements and modernization efforts to automate and/or improve Risk Management decision timelines.
Provide senior-level support to the senior government leadership in collaboration with other SETAs and stakeholders.
Assist in the development of project reviews and portfolio roadmaps; inform government leads on status and progress of all projects.
Produce high-quality papers, presentations, recommendations, and findings for senior US government intelligence and operations officials appropriate to the level of the intended audience
Assist in the development of technical requirements.
Analyze policies and procedures against Federal laws and regulations and provide recommendations for closing gaps.
Develop strategies to comply with privacy and risk management requirements.
Cybersecurity Systems Engineer, I10, SSCYEI10
Required Qualifications:
Must possess and be able to maintain a TS/SCI with Poly
BS with 10-12 years of experience, MS with 8-10 years of experience, Ph.D. with 5-7 years of experience
Able to support customer’s core hours (0900-1500; Mon – Fri)
A Cyber Certification (DoD 8570/8140)
Work collaboratively with Risk Management stakeholders in the advancement and implementation of process improvements and modernization efforts to automate and/or improve Risk Management decision timelines
Provide senior-level support to the senior government leadership in collaboration with other SETAs and stakeholders
Assist in the development of project reviews and portfolio roadmaps; inform government leads on status and progress of all projects
Produce high-quality papers, presentations, recommendations, and findings for senior US government intelligence and operations officials appropriate to the level of the intended audience
Assist in the development of technical requirements
Analyze policies and procedures against Federal laws and regulations and provides recommendations for closing gaps
Develop strategies to comply with privacy and risk management requirements
Desired Qualifications:
Systems Engineering (configuration management, requirements management/writing, architecture, interfaces)
Ability to organize and prioritize numerous customer requests in a fast pace deadline driven environment
Knowledgeability of customer’s tools and infrastructure
Familiarity with customer’s IA processes
Bachelors of Science Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)
Self-starter requiring limited direction and supervision
Experience briefing senior customer personnel
Ability to organize and prioritize numerous customer requests in a fast-paced deadline driven environment
Familiarity with Enterprise Cross Domain Solutions (ECDS)
Experience supporting IC or DoD in the Cyber Security Domain